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Can I hang a ceiling chair from any ceiling joist?
Anonymous user 23/02/2024 - 3.29 PM
I want to get a ceiling chair but I'm afraid because the joists in my ceiling are less than 6 inches that they won't be able to hold my weight. So I was just wondering if I could still get one.
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Vertex Contractor LTD
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I wouldn't recommend hanging the ceiling chair on the 6-inch joist. But if this is something you really like to have, you will need to re force the ceiling joist and make sure they hold the weight of you and chair. The best be to contact someone who knows how to do it.
Answered3 February 2020
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Anonymous user
I would contact a joiner that would be the man for the job and get them to check it as to be honest even I would want it re forced just to make sure it is secure safety is key
Answered3 February 2020
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Cofas Tree
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You need to contact a structural engineer to survey the work before starting.
Answered5 February 2020
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Anonymous user
I would personally install 2 double trimmers (2 6" timbers butted up next to each other fixed with coach bolts) depending on the fixing arrangement 2 x 4"x6" timbers should suffice depending on the span of the timber. If your still in doubt contact a structural engineer.
Answered5 February 2020
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Anonymous user
not recommended with out having joist reinforce for safety and peace of mind
knowing the jobs done correct
Answered5 February 2020
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